thrilling

[ thril-ing ]

adjective

1. producing sudden, strong, and deep emotion or excitement.
2. producing a tremor, as by chilling.
3. vibrating; trembling; quivering.

ˈthrilling

/ ˈθrɪlɪŋ /

adjective

1. very exciting or stimulating
2. vibrating or trembling

Derived Forms

• ˈthrillingly, adverb

Other Words From

• thrilling·ly adverb
• un·thrilling adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of thrilling¹

First recorded in 1520–30; thrill + -ing ²

Related Words

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• sensational
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